City of PRINCETON Illinois
PLAN TO 2025
2015 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
PLAN TO 2025
CITY OF PRINCETON
2015 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
PRINCETON CITY COUNCIL Keith L. Cain, Mayor Robert Warren, Council Member Ray Swanson, Council Member Joel Quiram, Council Member Ray Mabry, Council Member
PRINCETON PLAN COMMISSION & ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Jim Argo, Chairman Jan Bonucci Melissa Burrows Ian Cardosi Bill Cass Rodney Lange Jim Scruggs
CITY ADMINISTRATION Jeff Clawson, City Manager
Jason Bird, Electrical Superintendent Tim Forristall, Water/Wastewater Superintendent Brian Gift, Director of Planning Joni Hunt, Director of Economic Development Pete Nelson, City Clerk/Human Resources Director Tom Root, Police Chief Justin Walters, Fleet Maintenance Superintendent Chuck Woolley, Fire Chief Steve Wright, Street Superintendent
LOCAL STAKEHOLDER GROUP Bob Bird Steve Bonucci Bill Cass Steve Keutzer Jay Schneider
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION ...... 1-1 History & Background of the City of Princeton ...... 1-1 Regional Location ...... 1-3 Princeton's Comprehensive Plans ...... 1-4 Planning Process ...... 1-5
CHAPTER 2 - COMMUNITY PROFILE ...... 2-1 Population Trends ...... 2-1 Housing Trends ...... 2-4 Gender/Age/Race/Income ...... 2-5 Education ...... 2-9
CHAPTER 3 – BUSINESS AND TRADE PROFILE ...... 3-1 Business Employment Profile ...... 3-1 Retail and Service Trade Area ...... 3-3 * Exhibit 3-1: Princeton Trade Area Map..………………………………………………………………….. 3-4 Labor Market Area ...... 3-6 * Exhibit 3-2: Princeton Labor Market Area Map………………………………………………………….. 3-7
CHAPTER 4 – PUBLIC FACILITIES AND UTILITIES ...... 4-1 * Exhibit 4-1: Public Facilities Map * Exhibit 4-2: Street Improvement Map
CHAPTER 5 – CITYWIDE PLANS ...... 5-1 Existing Land Use and Development Plans ...... 5-1
* Exhibit 5-1: Development Map 1999-2014 * Exhibit 5-2: Existing Land Use Framework Plan ...... 5-2 * Exhibit 5-3: Framework Plan Future Land Use Plan ...... 5-7 * Exhibit 5-4: Future Land Use Plan Transportation Network ...... 5-8 * Exhibit 5-5: Transportation Map * Exhibit 5-6: Average Daily Traffic Count * Exhibit 5-6: Grand Illinois Trail Concept Map
CHAPTER 6 – POLICIES AND TASKS ...... 6-1
CHAPTER 7 - PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ...... 7-1 Princeton Action Plan ...... 7-4
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
HISTORY & BACKGROUND OF THE CITY OF PRINCETON
Princeton has a rich history of being on the right path and its prosperity has been intertwined with transportation since its first settlers arrived in the in the early 1830’s. Princeton was settled as a meeting place, half way between the land claims several members of the Hampshire Colony Congressional Church. The original settlement was named Greenfield and later named Princeton after its first survey in 1832. Princeton was chosen as the County Seat in 1837 when Bureau County was formed and was incorporated as a Town in 1838. Princeton was chosen as Bureau County's seat of justice, not only because of its central location but also because of its easy access to Peoria and Galena via the Peoria and Galena Road, a main highway at the time, that linked lead mines in northern Illinois to Peoria and Galena.
In 1854, the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad was completed. The railroad, passing through Princeton, brought much growth and fortune to the City. The railroad is now owned by Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) and is heavily used for freight and Amtrak passenger trains. The railroad still brings prosperity to the City by attracting riders that use Princeton’s historic Amtrak station.
The City was also on another historical route: several Princeton homes were part of the Underground Railroad that gave shelter to many runaway slaves before the Civil War. The Owen Lovejoy home was the most famous of the local Underground Railroad "stations".
With the adoption of the automobile came new major routes that passed through the City. The Grand Army of the Republic Highway (US Route 6) was built in the 1920s and stretches nearly coast to coast. US Route 34 was also completed in the 1920s and connects Illinois to Colorado. Interstate 80, a transcontinental route, was completed in 1966 and its proximity to Princeton continues to serve as one of the City’s main assets.
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Single-family residential uses are the predominant land uses in Princeton and can be found throughout most sections of the City. Princeton supports diversity of architectural styles that reflect its agricultural history. A tour along Park Avenue East and West will reveal examples of classic Italianate architecture, and Georgian, Greek and Colonial Revival styles, some dating pre-Civil War, and many listed on the historic register compiled by the Bureau County Architectural Preservation Society.
The more traditional areas of the City are laid out in an orderly grid pattern, which encourages easy access. More suburban development patterns with cul-de-sacs and lots with large front setbacks are somewhat more prevalent in peripheral areas. Princeton uniquely contains a number of larger estate lots (.5-1.5 acres) throughout the older areas of the City. Neighborhoods are fairly well defined and the quality of development is generally excellent.
Multifamily uses are relatively few in number compared to single-family units, but can be found dispersed throughout the City. The larger complexes are located near the periphery of the City, while converted single-family homes are spread throughout the older sections of the City. Additional multifamily units (e.g., apartments) are available along Main Street above small-scale commercial and retail uses.
Commercial uses in Princeton are primarily located along Route 26 (Main Street). The southern portion of Main Street served as the City's commercial and civic center when it was first built. However, when the railroad was built through the northern section of town, it provided the impetus for creating a new business center around the new train station. Today, the northern and southern historic districts along Main Street function as viable commercial areas, with their small town character and pedestrian orientation intact. Between the north and south historic districts is a commercial area comprised of small professional offices operating in converted residential structures.
Capitalizing on interstate access, newer auto-oriented commercial uses have developed north of the
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railroad tracks and south of I-80. Typical uses in this area include hotels, motels, fast food restaurants, and larger retail chains with parking fronting the street. This area draws travelers along 1-80 and local residents seeking services that large retail businesses can provide.
Large industrial uses are generally located on the north side of Princeton. Princeton has developed a 67 acre Technology Park located on Ace Road that is filling with light industrial/office uses. The new 130 acre Princeton Logistics Park is located just north of the built-out Princeton Industrial Park. Both new parks offer utilities to each development site, easy access to I-80, and allow for diversely sized development sites.
REGIONAL LOCATION
The City of Princeton, nestled in the heartland of north-central Illinois, is located along Interstate 80 approximately 100 miles southwest of Chicago. Princeton is also 90 miles south of Rockford, 60 miles east of the Quad cities, and 55 miles north of Peoria.
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PRINCETON'S COMPREHENSIVE PLANS
1969 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN- COMMITMENT TO SOUND PLANNING
The City of Princeton's commitment to sound growth and development through planning was initiated in 1969 with the adoption of the City's first Comprehensive Plan. The 1969 Comprehensive Plan included statements of community goals and objectives to be attained over a five year period as well as studies of existing land use, the City's economic base, housing, Central Business District, and other aspects of community life. From these studies, the plan made recommendations concerning future land use, such as transportation, traffic circulation, schools, parks, and community facilities. In addition, included in these recommendations was the call for development and expansion of the Central Business District and Princeton's industrial base.
1991 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - WHERE TRADITION MEETS PROGRESS In 1991, the City Council authorized the update to the 1969 Comprehensive Plan, which was completed and adopted in August 1991. The 1991 Comprehensive Plan explores many of the same topics covered in the original plan, but it also expands on the 1969 plan by identifying current trends and making appropriate recommendations in light of these trends.
2002 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -PRESERVING TRADITION WITH CONTINUED COMMITMENT TO SOUND PLANNING & PROGRESS
The 2002 Plan represented a comprehensive approach to the overall development of the City of Princeton, drawing on and updating existing plans and policies, as well as creating new ones, that helped guide the City and its residents towards the desired image and character of the community. The 2002 Comprehensive Plan was a long-range guide for growth affecting land use and investment decisions of both public and private interests. The Plan focused heavily on Main Street redevelopment plans and design. Princeton’s 2006 Land Development Code was compatible with many of the concepts from the 2002 Plan; including the addition of subtle design standards, creation of new zoning districts, and stricter subdivision regulations. The North Main Street streetscape and way- finding signage projects were also completed elements from the Plan.
PLAN TO 2025 –PLANNING FOR REGROWTH & TRANSFORMATION THROUGH BEST PRACTICES
Plan To 2025 provides the City with a balanced and targeted guideline. This plan outlines a sensible approach to planning that will focus on enhancing the community’s strengths and character. This plan condenses previous concepts and centers on strategic implementation of goals and policies as well as a stronger focus on economic development.
PURPOSE OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The primary purpose of the Comprehensive Plan is an advisory document to guide the future actions of a community. It presents a vision for the future; with long-range policies and tasks for all activities
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that affect the local government. The Comprehensive Plan is also used in conjunction with the Land Development Code (Zoning Ordinance) to help guide future development and redevelopment.
PLANNING PROCESS
Planning for the future of the City of Princeton requires a thorough evaluation of the local population, economy, community assets, transportation, and existing land uses. The assessment of such trends is essential in the preparation of the Future Land Use Plan, Policies and Tasks, and Implementation sections of the Plan.
In order to find further direction for the Plan and input for the policies and tasks, the planning process consisted of several meetings with City staff as well as community stakeholders. A public hearing was also held before the planning commission to gain additional public input.
The following information was derived from stakeholder meetings using the Strengths Opportunities Weaknesses and Threats Analysis (SWOT).
CITY DEPARTMENT HEAD SWOT June 2014
STRENGTHS
• Top notch utilities • Exceptional Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating • Strong sales tax base • Great elementary school system • Close access to major transportation routes • Full time EMS/Fire • Local Healthcare (city owned hospital) • Manufacturing base • Progressive government
WEAKNESSES
• Aging business district • Aging infrastructure • Few new housing choices • Roads/curb/gutter • Few neighborhood parks
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• Few diverse employment opportunities • Level of City debt • Intergovernmental cooperation between taxing districts • Few social events/activities for teenagers and young adults • Deferred Economic Development • Community is resistant to change
OPPORTUNITIES
• New types of industry • Tech and Logistics Parks • City water and electric capacity • Park District land holdings • Bureau County Fairgrounds • Z-tour and other community events • Festival 56 and Prairie Arts Center
THREATS
• Aging population/stagnant population • Local healthcare • Regional retail competition • Aging structures/declining property values
STAKEHOLDER SWOT June-July 2014
STRENGTHS
• Midwestern values and a welcoming community • Centrally located • Proximity to interstates, rail, and river • Amtrak station • Well trained Police/Fire/EMS • Variety of cultural offerings (Festival 56, Prairie Arts) • Main street
WEAKNESSES
• Intergovernmental relationships • Few diverse employment opportunities for skilled/educated workers
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• Local healthcare • Rail through community impacts flow of traffic
OPPORTUNITIES
• Street festivals and community events • Use Homestead festival as an Opportunity to market Princeton to young professionals and families to move back to the community • Create a more lively main street : more outdoor seating for restaurants/outdoor activities in warmer months
• Increased Economic Development to provide incentives for industry and small business • Attract more private funds for civic projects helping attract and maintain businesses • New and existing TIF districts • Appearance/architectural standards • Farmers’ market • Take advantage of more volunteer labor for civic projects • Mix smaller events to last all day/weekend to encourage overnight stays
THREATS
• Aging population and decline • Diminishing healthcare • Educated young professionals not moving back to the area • Property maintenance
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Planning for the future of the City of Princeton requires an evaluation of the local population and economy. Such trends are likely to have a significant effect on long-range growth and development. Evaluation of these factors guide the City's Future Land Use Map and policies by determining if the City should prepare for population growth/stagnation/decline, changing housing trends, and changing age demographics.
POPULATION GROWTH TRENDS
Princeton is the largest community in Bureau County. Although the population of Bureau County has fluctuated greatly over time (from an all-time high of 44,000 in 1910 to its current low of 34,978) Princeton has enjoyed steady growth. Historically, the City’s population trends have followed closely with the state average population change.
Table 2-1 Population Trends (1940-2010) Princeton, Bureau County, and Illinois
Princeton Bureau County Illinois Percent Percent Percent Population Population Population Change Change Change 1940 5,224 - 37,600 - 7,897,241 - 1950 5,765 10.4% 37,711 0.3% 8,712,176 10.3% 1960 6,250 8.4% 37,594 -0.3% 10,081,158 15.7% 1970 6,959 11.3% 38,541 2.5% 11,110,285 10.2% 1980 7,342 5.5% 39,114 1.5% 11,427,409 2.9% 1990 7,197 -2.0% 35,688 -9.6% 11,430,602 0.0% 2000 7,501 4.2% 35,503 -0.5% 12,419,293 8.6% 2010 7,660 2.1% 34,978 -1.5% 12,830,632 3.3%
Source: 1940 – 2010 U.S. Census
Princeton has always comprised a large percentage of Bureau County's total population. In 2010, Princeton made up 21.9% of the County’s total population.
More recently, between the years 1980 and 2010, the City of Princeton's population increased from 7,342 to 7,660, which represents a growth of about 4.3 percent. During the same period, the population of Bureau County declined by approximately 10.1 percent from 39,114 to 34,978.
While the City has experienced moderate growth over the last 30 years; the City is projected to start losing population. The U.S. Census projects the 2012 population at 7,525 or a decline of 1.7% over
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two years. Some of the growth from 2000-2010 may have been due to an Population Growth Trends influx of annexed population. 20.00%
15.00% These trends signify the importance 10.00% for planning for slow growth in Princeton. Over time, Bureau 5.00% County's increased dependence on 0.00% Princeton translates into the need to -5.00% 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 improve and expand Princeton’s -10.00% existing facilities in order to retain -15.00% and grow its current population. Princeton Bureau County Illinois
Source: 1940-2010 US Census
HISTORICAL BUILDING PERMIT TRENDS
The table below details a 10 year outline of building permit trends within the City of Princeton. From looking at the table it is evident that all construction peaked in 2004 and 2007. Since the recession
Table 2-2 2003-2013 Princeton Building Permit Trends
Residential Commercial TOTAL YEAR New SFH New New Buildings Total # of Total Value of All Construction Multifamily Permits for All Construction 2003 15 0 4 119 $7,887,691 2004 21 0 3 141 $11,860,584 2005 15 0 5 126 $5,917,365 2006 10 0 1 136 $8,205,867 2007 18 0 7 129 $11,131,452 2008 15 1 4 117 $8,159,983 2009 3 0 4 113 $2,937,514 2010 7 0 9 101 $4,464,883 2011 0 1 7 103 $4,198,111 2012 2 1 3 74 $4,768,797 2013 2 1 2 77 $5,052,509
Source: City of Princeton
of 2008-2009 new single-family housing starts have been very low. There has been an increase in new multifamily housing starts which is representative of the trend of decreasing homeownership. Overall construction value has been rising since 2009; though the number of permits have dropped.
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HOUSEHOLD SIZE
The average numbers of persons per household has been declining over the past several decades in the United States. Smaller households have resulted from lower birth rates, a growing number of elderly living alone, an increasing number of single-parent families, delays in marriage, and an increasing number of "empty nester" households as the Baby Boom generation ages. Consistent with this national trend, the average household size in Princeton decreased by 1.8 % between 2000 to 2010. Households with children under 18 has decreased by 6.2% from 2000 to 2010 reflecting a significant decrease in young family households.
Table 3-3 Household Characteristics
Princeton Bureau County Percent Change Percent Change from Total 2010 Total 2010 from 2000 2000 Households 3,399 +4.2 % 14,262 +.5 %
Household Size 2.18 -1.8 % 2.42 -1.2 %
Households w/ 878 -6.2 % 4,256 -8.2 % children under 18
Source: 2000 and 2010. Census
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HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS AND MARKET
Princeton has been building at a considerably faster rate than the County. Housing unit growth for Princeton accounts for almost half of Bureau County’s growth from 2000-2010. The 4.7% increase in housing units for Princeton is half the 1990-2000 rate of 9.5% showing that this has been a modest period of growth. Princeton also maintains a lower number of vacant housing units than the County and while the percentage of vacant housing units has grown; the increase is much less than the County. There is significant difference in the percentage of owner-occupied units between Princeton and Bureau County (68.6% to 76.0% respectively). However, there has been no change in the percentage of owner-occupied vs. rental in the County or City within the last 10 years.
Table 2-4 Housing Characteristics
Princeton Bureau County Total 2010 Change from 2000 Total 2010 Change from 2000 Housing Units 3,679 +4.7 % (+166 units) 15,720 +2.5 % (+389 units)
Vacant Housing Units 280 (7.6%) +.4 % 1,458 (9.3%) +1.8 %
Owner Occupied 2,331 (68.6%) 0% 10,845 (76%) 0 %
Source: 2000 and 2010. Census
Table 2-5 2013 Housing Market
Princeton Spring Valley Peru LaSalle Kewanee Total SFH 2,957 (76.1%) 1,971 (81.5 %) 3,951 (82.5 %) 3,537 (81.4 %) 4,679 (80.4 %)
SFH For Sale 114 (3.85 %) 35 (1.7 %) 57 (1.4 %) 67 (1.8 %) 108 (2.3 %) December 2013
Source: 2008-2012 American Community Survey and Realtor.com
At 76.1%, Princeton has slightly less of a percentage of single family homes than the average of surrounding communities.
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GENDER AND AGE DISTRIBUTION OF POPULATION
While Princeton's population has increased modestly over the past few decades, its distribution by age and gender has experienced very little change. Princeton's population breakdown by gender was 46 percent male and 54 percent female in 1990 and 2000; but in 2010 it was 46.6 male and 53.4 female. By comparison, Bureau County's population has historically had a more even distribution of males (49 percent) and females (51 percent).
Table 2-6 Age Distribution of Population
Age Range 2000 2010 2000-2010 Total Percent Total Percent Total Persons Percent Persons Persons Difference Change Under 5 363 4.8% 381 5.0% +18 +4.9% 5-9 450 6.0% 466 6.1% +16 +3.5% 10-14 481 6.4% 450 5.9% -31 -6.4% 15-19 553 7.4% 500 6.5% -53 -9.6% 20-24 342 4.6% 344 4.5% +2 +0.5% 25-34 816 10.9% 792 10.3% -24 -2.9% 35-44 1,126 15.0% 906 11.9% -220 -19.5% 45-54 1,073 14.3% 1,115 14.5% +42 +3.9% 55-64 700 9.4% 1,054 13.8% +354 +50.5% 65-74 635 8.5% 655 8.5% +20 +3.1% 75-84 663 8.8% 586 7.7% -77 -11.6% Above 84 299 4.0% 411 5.4% +112 +37.4% Total 7,501 7,660 159 2.1% Population Median 41.8 44.9 3.1 +7.4% Age
Source: 2000 and 2010 U.S. Census
While there has been a 2.1% increase in population from 2000 to 2010; a major increase in that population has been in the 55+ age group. There has been a net increase of 409 people (+5.5%) in the 55+ age group compared with a net loss of 250 people (-3.3%) from the under 55 group from 2000 to 2010. The age groups with the largest gains from 2000-2010 are the 55-64 (+50.5%) and above 84 (+37.4%). The age group with the largest loss from 2000-2010 is the 35-44 age groups. There has also been a significant increase (7.4 %) in median age.
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Age Distribution 16.00% 14.00% 12.00%
10.00% 8.00% 6.00% 4.00% 2.00% 0.00% Under 5-9 10-15 15-19 20-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65-74 75-84 Above 5 84
2000 2010 Source: 2000-2010 US Census
RACE/ETHNIC COMPOSITION
Princeton is predominately comprised of Caucasian residents with Hispanics being the next largest population group. The racial makeup of the community is slowly becoming more diversified. However, Bureau County is historically slightly more diverse than Princeton.
Table 2-7 Race and Hispanic Origin 2000-2010
PRINCETON BUREAU COUNTY 2000 2010 2000 2010 White 7,337 7,398 34,365 32,937 % of Total 97.8 96.6 96.8 94.2 Black 29 43 116 212 % of Total 0.4 0.6 0.3 .6 Hispanic 93 203 1,732 2,695 % of Total 1.4 2.7 4.9 7.7 American 8 13 61 98 Indian/Eskimo % of Total 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.3 Asian/Pacific 47 75 182 234 Islander % of Total 0.6 1 0.5 0.7
Source: 2000 and 2010 U.S. Census
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HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Table 2-8 shows that all median household incomes across geographical areas have dropped between 1999 and 2012 when adjusted for inflation. 2000 Census datum (1999 dollars) was adjusted for inflation using the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index inflation calculator in order to accurately compare the datum.
Princeton’s per capita 2012 income, which went up slightly from 2010-2012, was higher than Bureau County’s and similar to the State’s. However, Princeton’s household and family income are lower than both the Bureau County and the State; meaning it has more low income households/families.
Table 2-8 Income PRINCETON BUREAU COUNTY ILLINOIS 1999 Dollars 2012 1999 Dollars 2012 1999 Dollars 2012 adjusted for adjusted for adjusted for 2012 2012 inflation 2012 inflation inflation Per Capita Income $28,433 $29,230 $26,931 $26,259 $31,839 $29,519 Median Family $68,930 $58,071 $66,822 $58,921 $76,547 $70,144 Income Median $54,603 $44,339 $55,445 $48,102 $64,206 $56,853 Household Income Percent Below 5.6% 13.1% 5.4% 8.7% 7.8% 10.0% Poverty Level (Family) Source: 2000 U.S. Census and 2008-2012 American Community Survey (U.S. Census)
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Table 2-9 Household Income (Income and Benefits 2012 Inflation Adjusted Dollars) PRINCETON BUREAU COUNTY ILLINOIS Income Range % % % Less than $10,000 5.3 4.6 4.3 $10,000-$14,999 10.2 6.1 2.8 $15,000-$24,999 14.6 13.9 7.1 $25,000-$34,999 9.6 11.2 8.2 $35,000-$49,999 15.6 16.6 12.2 $50,000-$74,999 16.0 18.9 18.9 $75,000-$99,999 12.2 13.6 15.2 $100,000-$149,999 11.6 11.0 17.6 $150,000-$199,999 1.1 2.0 6.9 More than $200,000 3.6 2.1 6.8 Source: 2008-2012 American Community Survey (U.S. Census)
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EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
Princeton fares better than Bureau County in educational attainment. Princeton also has a higher percentage of population with a high school and above attainment than the State. However, Princeton has a slightly lower percentage of population with Associates, Bachelor’s, or advanced degrees than the State.
Table 2-10 Educational Attainment
PRINCETON BUREAU COUNTY ILLINOIS Population 25 years 5,783 24,318 8,459,947 and older Less than 9th grade 1.4% 4.0% 5.8% 9th to 12th grade 6.7% 7.1% 7.3% High school diploma 41.1% 40.0% 27.2% Some college, no 23.9% 23.8% 21.3% degree Associate's degree 6.4% 8.2% 7.4% Bachelor's degree 12.9% 10.9% 19.3% Graduate or better 7.5% 6.0% 11.8% degree Percent high school 91.8% 88.9% 87.0% grad or better Percent bachelor's 20.4% 19.1% 31.1% degree or better Source: 2008-2012 American Community Survey (U.S. Census)
Educational Attainment 100.00% 90.00% 80.00% 70.00% 60.00% 50.00% 40.00% 30.00% 20.00% 10.00% 0.00% Less than 9th to 12th High school Some Associate's Bachelor's Graduate or Percent Percent 9th grade grade diploma college, no degree degree better high school bachelor's degree degree grad or degree or better better Princeton Bureau County Illinois Source: 2008-2012 American Community Survey (U.S. Census)
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CHAPTER 3 - BUSINESS AND TRADE PROFILE
The City of Princeton has a diverse business and employment base made up of 5,170 total jobs within the City limits. The following table (3-1) outlines the number and types of jobs (North American Industry Classification System, NAICS) that make up the employment base within City limits. Princeton’s main employment sectors include health care and social assistance, manufacturing, transportation and warehousing, and retail trade.
TABLE 3-1 PRINCETON EMPLOYMENT PROFILE (NAICS INDUSTRY SECTOR) JOBS NAICS CODE Count Share Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting 109 2.1% Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction 23 0.4% Utilities 2 0.0% Construction 130 2.5% Manufacturing 756 14.6% Wholesale Trade 161 3.1% Retail Trade 485 9.4% Transportation and Warehousing 527 10.2% Information 65 1.3% Finance and Insurance 310 6.0% Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 11 0.2% Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services 295 5.7% Management of Companies and Enterprises 1 0.0% Administration & Support, Waste Management and Remediation 78 1.5% Educational Services 325 6.3% Health Care and Social Assistance 860 16.6% Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation 84 1.6% Accommodation and Food Services 453 8.8% Other Services (excluding Public Administration) 144 2.8% Public Administration 351 6.8% TOTAL ALL JOBS 5,170 100%
Source: http://onthemap.ces.census.gov (2011 Data)
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Table 3-2 below provides an analysis of Princeton’s employment base by additional demographic characteristics. It shows that 82.1 percent of the City’s jobs are filled with workers over the age of 29. The table also shows that 45.8 percent of the jobs within Princeton are filled by workers with educational attainment exceeding a high school diploma.
TABLE 3-2 RINCETON MPLOYMENT ROFILE EMOGRAPHICS P E P (D ) JOBS Count Share
Total All Jobs 5,170 100.0%
Jobs by Worker Educational Attainment Less than high school 357 6.9% High school or equivalent, no college 1,516 29.3% Some college or Associate degree 1,487 28.8% Bachelor's degree or advanced degree 880 17.0%
Educational attainment not available (workers aged 930 18.0% 29 or younger)
Jobs by Worker Gender Male 2,326 45.0%
Female 2,844 55.0%
Jobs by Worker Age Age 29 or younger 930 18.0% Age 30 to 54 2,831 54.8% Age 55 or older 1,409 27.3%
Jobs by Earnings $1,250 per month or less 1,544 29.9% $1,251 to $3,333 per month 2,088 40.4% More than $3,333 per month 1,538 29.7%
Source: http://onthemap.ces.census.gov (2011 Data)
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RETAIL AND SERVICE TRADE AREA
Princeton’s retail and service trade area is shown on the following page (Exhibit 3-1). The trade area depicts an area in which Princeton businesses draw its customers. The trade area does not extend outside a point where it would be closer for a customer to travel to another equal/larger community with similar or additional services including: Dixon, Mendota, Peoria, Kewanee, Peru/LaSalle, Sterling/Rock Falls, and the Quad Cities. The trade area boundary extends to approximately a 15-20 minute drive time.
The Trade Area Summary (Table 3-4) outlines the supply (retail sales) and demand (retail potential). Demand (retail potential) estimates the expected amount spent by consumers at retail establishments. The Leakage/Surplus Factor presents a snapshot of retail opportunity. This is a measure of the relationship between supply and demand that ranges from +100 (total leakage) to -100 (total surplus). A positive value represents 'leakage' of retail opportunity outside the trade area (Green). A negative value represents a surplus of retail sales, a market where customers are drawn in from outside the trade area (Red). The Retail Gap represents the difference between the retail sales supply and demand (potential retail sales).
The table shows a retail gap of $55,500,018 of sales lost to businesses outside the trade area. Major opportunity for new business growth include: grocery, furniture, appliances, electronics, clothing, sporting goods, department stores, health and personal care, jewelry, luggage and leather goods, and full-service restaurants.
A trade area consisting of only Princeton city limits produces a table with mostly surplus sales because many residents from the surrounding trade area shop in Princeton. However, Princeton’s surplus sales mimic those of the trade area. Princeton does make up the majority of the retail sales within the trade area ($169,943,007 or 74% of the total trade area supply).
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Exhibit 3-1
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Table 3-3 Trade Area Summary
2013 Population 28,501 2013 Households 11,713 2013 Median Disposable Income $36,807 2013 Per Capita Income $24,660 Demand Supply Retail Gap Leakage/Surplus Number of Industry Summary (Retail (Retail Sales) Factor Businesses Potential) Total Retail Trade and Food & Drink $285,459,457 $229,959,439 $55,500,018 10.8 186 Total Retail Trade $259,727,301 $203,424,508 $56,302,793 12.2 138 Total Food & Drink $25,732,155 $26,534,931 -$802,776 -1.5 48 Motor Vehicle & Parts Dealers $48,833,228 $51,916,990 -$3,083,762 -3.1 23 Automobile Dealers $42,158,610 $43,229,078 -$1,070,468 -1.3 12 Other Motor Vehicle Dealers $3,088,554 $5,414,743 -$2,326,189 -27.4 5 Auto Parts, Accessories & Tire Stores $3,586,064 $3,273,170 $312,894 4.6 6 Furniture & Home Furnishings Stores $5,109,091 $3,617,253 $1,491,838 17.1 8 Furniture Stores $3,038,042 $252,930 $2,785,112 84.6 1 Home Furnishings Stores $2,071,049 $3,364,323 -$1,293,274 -23.8 7 Electronics & Appliance Stores $6,731,448 $1,955,508 $4,775,940 55.0 4 Bldg Materials, Garden Equip. & Supply Stores $9,562,116 $10,453,610 -$891,494 -4.5 9 Bldg Material & Supplies Dealers $7,611,236 $6,755,241 $855,995 6.0 5 Lawn & Garden Equip & Supply Stores $1,950,880 $3,698,370 -$1,747,490 -30.9 3 Food & Beverage Stores $41,698,283 $21,058,499 $20,639,784 32.9 20 Grocery Stores $37,361,029 $20,141,576 $17,219,453 29.9 14 Specialty Food Stores $1,246,744 $307,758 $938,986 60.4 5 Beer, Wine & Liquor Stores $3,090,510 $609,165 $2,481,345 67.1 1 Health & Personal Care Stores $23,337,913 $2,707,668 $20,630,245 79.2 8 Gasoline Stations $28,155,871 $27,571,703 $584,168 1.0 7 Clothing & Clothing Accessories Stores $14,265,048 $3,944,894 $10,320,154 56.7 7 Clothing Stores $10,289,931 $3,511,392 $6,778,539 49.1 5 Shoe Stores $2,206,203 $0 $2,206,203 100.0 0 Jewelry, Luggage & Leather Goods Stores $1,768,914 $433,502 $1,335,412 60.6 2 Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book & Music Stores $6,409,856 $1,909,966 $4,499,890 54.1 10 Sporting Goods/Hobby/Musical Instr Stores $5,042,201 $1,526,947 $3,515,254 53.5 9 Book, Periodical & Music Stores $1,367,655 $383,019 $984,636 56.2 1 General Merchandise Stores $45,670,212 $62,271,700 -$16,601,488 -15.4 4 Department Stores Excluding Leased Depts. $16,683,994 $0 $16,683,994 100.0 0 Other General Merchandise Stores $28,986,218 $62,271,700 -$33,285,482 -36.5 4 Miscellaneous Store Retailers $5,994,056 $9,180,861 -$3,186,805 -21.0 31 Florists $390,994 $571,906 -$180,912 -18.8 2 Office Supplies, Stationery & Gift Stores $914,909 $431,420 $483,489 35.9 6 Used Merchandise Stores $486,261 $1,143,415 -$657,154 -40.3 10 Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers $4,201,892 $7,034,120 -$2,832,228 -25.2 14 Nonstore Retailers $23,960,179 $6,835,857 $17,124,322 55.6 6 Electronic Shopping & Mail-Order Houses $20,369,164 $3,852,249 $16,516,915 68.2 2 Vending Machine Operators $707,018 $237,161 $469,857 49.8 1 Direct Selling Establishments $2,883,997 $2,746,446 $137,551 2.4 3 Food Services & Drinking Places $25,732,155 $26,534,931 -$802,776 -1.5 48 Full-Service Restaurants $11,365,146 $9,470,624 $1,894,522 9.1 13 Limited-Service Eating Places $11,957,976 $13,171,466 -$1,213,490 -4.8 16 Special Food Services $1,179,619 $626,057 $553,562 30.7 3 Drinking Places - Alcoholic Beverages $1,229,415 $3,266,784 -$2,037,369 -45.3 Data Note: Supply (retail sales) estimates sales to consumers by establishments. Sales to businesses are excluded. Supply and demand estimates are in 2013 dollars. Source: Esri and Dun & Bradstreet. Copyright 2013 Dun & Bradstreet, Inc. All rights reserved.
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LABOR MARKET AREA Princeton’s Labor Market Map (Exhibit 3-2) depicts an area within a 45 minute commute from Princeton. The area covers all of Bureau, Marshall, and Putnam Counties; and parts of Henry, LaSalle, Lee, Whiteside, Stark, Rock Island, and Woodford Counties. The Labor Market Area (LMA) has a total population of 169,492.
Table 3-5 outlines some of the LMA statistics. Approximately 20% of employed persons are in the production and logistics industries within the LMA. Another major occupation within the LMA is office and administrative support at 14.4%. Of the over 25 population, 87.6% percent are high school graduates or higher, which exceeds the state average of 87%.
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Princeton Labor Market Area Exhibit 3-2 (45 minute drive time)
Source: ESRI Marketplace
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Table 3-4 Labor Market Area Statistics Total Population 169,492
CIVILIAN EMPLOYED POPULATION AGE 16+ YEARS BY OCCUPATION Total 79,563 100.0% Management 6,303 7.9% Business and financial operations 2,329 2.9% Computer and mathematical 402 0.5%
Architecture and engineering 1,122 1.4% Life, physical, and social science 347 0.4% Community and social services 1,118 1.4% Legal 389 0.5% Education, training, and library 3,683 4.6% Arts, design, entertainment, sports, and media 554 0.7%
Healthcare practitioner, technologists, and 4,400 5.5% technicians Healthcare support 2,516 3.2% Protective service 1,725 2.2% Food preparation and serving related 4,859 6.1%
Building and grounds cleaning and maintenance 3,341 4.2% Personal care and service 2,171 2.7% Sales and related 8,006 10.1% Office and administrative support 11,428 14.4% Farming, fishing, and forestry 832 1.0% Construction and extraction 4,541 5.7%
Installation, maintenance, and repair 3,044 3.8% Production 7,835 9.8% Transportation and material moving 8,616 10.8%
POPULATION AGE 25+ YEARS BY EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
Total 116,611 100.0%
Less than High School Graduate 14,298 12.3%
High school graduate, GED, or alternative 44,710 38.3%
Some college, less than 1 year 10,154 8.7%
Some college, 1 or more years, no degree 17,420 14.9%
Associate's degree 10,656 9.1%
Bachelor's degree 13,151 11.3%
Master's degree 4,587 3.9%
Professional school degree 1,187 1.0%
Doctorate degree 449 0.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2007-2011 American Community Survey
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While Princeton’s labor market extends beyond Bureau County; the following table presents commuting patterns for Bureau County. Table 3-6 shows that 38% of Bureau County’s workforce commute from another County. Nearly the same percentage (37%) has over a 20 minute commute to work.
Table 3-5 Bureau County Commuting Patterns
Resident Worked at Commuted to Less than 20 20-39 Min 40 Min or Workforce Home Work Min Commute Commute More Commute 16,374 578 15,796 9,689 4,387 1,720
Commute from another Commute from Out of Live In Work and Live In County State
16,374 10,030 (61%) 6,176 (38%) 168 (1%)
Source: IDES and U.S. Census Bureau, 2006-2010 American Community Survey
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The statistical map below from the US Census Bureau (2011 Data) shows the net inflow/outflow job counts. The exhibit shows that a nearly 75% of Princeton jobs (3,674 of the 5,170 total jobs) are filled by workers from outside of the City. It also shows that more than half of working Princeton residents (2,095 of the total 3,591) work outside of the City. These statistics show that Princeton is an important regional employment center.
Exhibit 3-3
Source: http://onthemap.ces.census.gov/
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CHAPTER 4 - PUBLIC FACILITIES & UTILITIES
This section provides information relating to the public facilities and utilities infrastructure of the City of Princeton such as schools, parks, and cultural facilities. All of which enhance Princeton's quality of life by providing knowledge, pleasure, and a pleasant environment for citizens. Other public facilities such as the City Administrative Building and the Police Facility provide municipal services to residents and visitors. Public utilities such as the water, sewer, garbage/recycling, and electric systems form the foundation upon which the everyday operation of the City is based.
EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
Princeton Schools
The City is situated in the center of the Elementary School District #115 and High School District #500. The High School District includes the entire #115 District as well as other elementary school districts. The Elementary District covers approximately 87 square miles while the High School District consists of approximately 110 square miles.
The high school district has experienced slow decline in its enrollment. The school’s enrollment has declined steadily from a year 2000 number of 780 to its 2012-2013 enrollment of 555.
The high school currently exceeds the state average on the State Achievement Test (PSAE). The school also exceeds the state average graduation rate and instructional spending per student.
The high school has just completed several building improvements including roofing and masonry work. The school also recently completed new bleacher and press box upgrades at its football field and constructed new tennis courts.
The Princeton Elementary District includes the communities of Tiskilwa and Kasbeer. The District has four schools: Douglas – Kindergarten, Jefferson – 1st and 2nd, Lincoln – 3rd and 4th, Logan – 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th. Princeton Elementary has had a decline from the year 2000 enrollment of 1270 to the district’s 2012-2013 enrollment of 1,103.
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St. Louis Catholic School is one of the City's two parochial schools, serving grades K-8. The current enrollment at the school is 65. There is also a preschool adjacent to the school with a current enrollment of 20. The Princeton Christian Academy is the City's other parochial school, which serves grades pre-K to 8 and has an enrollment of 85 students.
Special Education
The Bureau-Marshall-Putnam Special Education Cooperative serves Elementary School District #115 and High School District #500 as well as the other districts located within Bureau, Marshall, and Putnam Counties. This cooperative provides special education, typically in conjunction with the student's school. The special education program teaches those with learning disabilities, mental handicaps, or behavior disorders. This program emphasizes small group or individual instruction and mainstreaming (the addition of special education students to the regular classroom). Mainstreaming is only encouraged if the student can perform successfully in this environment. The Special Education Cooperative also offers programs for physically handicapped, hearing impaired, vision impaired, and seriously ill students.
Illinois Valley Community College
Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC), located about 30 minutes east of Princeton in Oglesby, Illinois, provides many education opportunities for Princeton residents. The 425 acre campus has a 2013-2014 enrollment of 2,419 full time equivalent students and 85 full time faculty. Some evening classes are held at the Princeton High School.
IVCC just completed the construction of the $30.5 million, 80,000 SF, Community Technology Center. This new building will be home to many of IVCC’s technical programs including computer-aided design and drafting, computer numerical control, electronics and industrial electricity, wind energy maintenance, and manufacturing. Admissions and records will also be moved to the new building.
IVCC offers Baccalaureate transfer degrees: Associate in Arts (A.A.) Associate in Science (A.S.), Associate in Engineering Science (A.E.S.), and an Associates in Arts in Teaching in Early Childhood Education (A.A.T.). An Associate in General Studies (A.G.S.) is also available. IVCC also has 23 Career Programs (Associate in Applied Science degrees) designed for employment after two years. A total of 52 certificate programs enable students to gain employment in two years or less.
Due to its outstanding library facilities, low tuition costs, and diverse branches of study, IVCC has emerged as the region's leader in the areas of information resources and specialized training for business, government, and nursing.
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PARKS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
The City is served by a Park District that maintains all of the recreation and park areas except those noted as owned by the City or County. Princeton community park sites provide for a wide range of recreational activities. Residents can swim, jog, play a variety of sports, or simply relax. The Park District focuses mostly on community parks, as school playgrounds and recreational areas serve most of the neighborhoods in Princeton. School playgrounds and recreational fields constitute a large portion of Princeton's neighborhood recreational facilities. Currently, there are approximately 24.4 acres of land devoted to well-maintained school play areas in Princeton.
Princeton's present park facilities consist of seven park sites of various sizes. These seven areas consist of approximately 171 acres of land. Supplementing these parks are school play areas, which provide open space on a neighborhood basis. Existing park facilities are described below:
• Zearing Park (77 acres – Park District) • City/County Park (61 acres) (City-County-Park District Owned) • Alexander Park (outdoor pool facility) (27 acres -Park District) • West Side Ball Park (3.75 acres – Park District) • Soldiers and Sailors Park (1.1 acres- Bureau County Owned) • Darius Miller Memorial Park ( .77 acres - City Owned) • Veterans Park ( .54 acres-City Owned) • Bureau County Metro Center (Park District)
The Bureau County Metro Center is a 50,000 square foot facility owned by the Princeton Park District. The recreation center amenities include a full size gymnasium; 25-yard indoor swimming pool with wading pool and observation balcony; racquetball courts; weight room; cardio-vascular room, elevated running/walking track above the gym; and locker rooms. A 40' x 80' multi-purpose room with adjacent kitchen allows the facility to host conventions, expositions, meetings, or wedding receptions.
Princeton is located near one regional park: the Hennepin Canal Recreation Area is a 104.5 mile linear park that spans five counties (Rock Island, Bureau, Henry, Lee, and Whiteside) and is listed
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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources recommends approximately 11.35acres/1000 population for community parks. Princeton well exceeds this recommendation of approximately 82 acres. The DNR also recommends that 20% of this acreage (approximately 17 acres) should be allocated to neighborhood parks. Without the school recreational areas; Princeton does not meet this goal, as almost all its parks with amenities are large community parks. Princeton could likely use small neighborhood parks with playground facilities; specifically in the northwest and northeast areas of the City.
Overall, Princeton's parks and recreational facilities provide adequate space, a variety of activities, are well-maintained, and are accessible to most neighborhoods in the City. The quality of these facilities is one of the main reasons why Princeton is considered a great place to raise families.
COMMUNITY BUILDINGS
Bureau County Courthouse
The Bureau County Courthouse is located on the west side of Main Street, directly west of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Park. In addition to the county, circuit, and magistrate courtrooms, the Bureau County Courthouse also houses office space for the Tax Assessor, County Clerk, Circuit Clerk's offices, Veterinarian, Civil Defense, Treasurer's Office, legal counsel, Superintendent of Schools, and other county services. The law library is also housed in the courthouse.
Bureau County Historical Museum and Library
The Bureau County Historical Museum is located in two separate buildings on the northwest cor- ner of Park Avenue West and Pleasant Street, directly northwest of the Bureau County Courthouse. The Matson Library has recently been donated to the Museum; which will be renovated to house some of the Museum’s collection. The Museum is home to important historical artifacts which
THE CITY OF PRINCETON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 4-4 PUBLIC FACILITIES & UTILITIES relate to the history of Bureau County. A listing and tour of historic homes and buildings in Princeton is documented in a brochure available to the public.
Princeton Public Library
The Princeton Public Library is a municipal library under the ownership of the City of Princeton. The Library moved to its current location of 698 E. Peru Street in 2007.
The building consists of over 29,000 square feet including a café, the Matson Meeting Room, a local history room, three study rooms, and the youth services area with a separate craft space. The library’s collection contains over 60,000 books, audio books, e-books, research databases, microfilm, CDs, DVDs, and archived local resources and artwork. Technologically, the library provides free high-speed wireless internet throughout the building and access to over 15 computers.
The Library hosts a wide array of stimulating and educational adult programs on a weekly basis. The library is a fully participating member of the PrairieCat system allowing for daily delivery of interlibrary loans with other libraries.
Perry Memorial Hospital
Perry Memorial Hospital is a City owned facility and one of the largest employers in Princeton. The hospital provides outstanding facilities including a 24-hour emergency service department with newly remodeled trauma rooms, a women's healthcare unit, a state- of-the-art endoscopy suite, cardiac rehabilitation, physical/occupational therapy departments, intensive care unit, a respiratory care department, and the temporary living center (TLC Skilled Nursing Center). In addition, the hospital also offers comprehensive health services such as surgery, radiology, outreach clinics to neighboring communities, various medical laboratory services, health screenings, and drug and alcohol testing. Programs such as support groups, health education classes, and community awareness programs are offered as well.
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Prouty-Zearinq Community Building
The Prouty-Zearing Community Building is located on Main Street and provides adequate space for civic groups and their activities. Large rooms are available for meetings and other types of civic gatherings. The Chamber of Commerce and Red Cross have their offices in the community building. The City owns and maintains this building.
Princeton Train Depot
The historic train depot located on Princeton’s north side is leased from BNSF and maintained by the City. Amtrak offers regional and national service from this location. Eight passenger trains travel through the station daily. The City staffs a trainmaster for all Amtrak services.
CITY SERVICES
City Hall
Princeton City Hall shares space in the municipal building with the Fire Department. The Princeton City Hall contains all the City’s administrative services including: Mayor, City Council, City Manager, City Clerk, Municipal Utilities, Economic Development/Tourism, and Building/Planning/Zoning.
The building is aging and needs significant maintenance. Exterior improvements have been completed in order to provide a more maintenance-free building. Handicapped accessibility has recently been improved in the building by the installation of a new accessibility lift.
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Police Protection
The Princeton Police Department is located on the northeast side of the community on Elm Place. Princeton Police Department provides safety and protection services to the City. The Department shares a building with Bureau County Enhanced 911 (BueComm). The building currently has adequate space for both facilities.
Bureau County Sheriff’s Office provides the police department with jail facilities. The City also contracts with the Sheriff’s Office to provide enhanced 911 emergency dispatch service during non-business hours. The department is exploring the possibility of regional dispatching.
The department is currently engaged in an extensive community policing program. A ten week Citizen’s Police Academy is hosted twice per year. The department provides a number of services to both local school districts
The number of criminal investigations has increased since 2000. To respond to existing needs and new growth, the police department has identified the need to improve police services including I.S.P.A.N. communication in-house terminal, MDTs (mobile computers) for vehicles, continued training, BASSET Certified (alcohol seller/server) ordinance, and ordinances combatting the use, sale, and possession of synthetic drugs.
Fire and EMS Services
The Princeton Fire Department is located at 2 South Main St. in the municipal building on the southwest corner of Main Street and Central Street. Fire and Ambulance is dispatched 24/7 through BueComm which is located at 615 Elm Place, Princeton, IL 61356.
The Princeton Fire Department provides fire, rescue, and ambulance services out of one central location. The fire department presently serves the City of Princeton, Princeton Rural Fire Protection District and contracts ambulance service for Ohio Fire Protection District, Malden Fire Protection District and Bureau Fire Protection District covering 225 square mile area. The fire department staff includes 11 full-time and 12 Part-time, 6 volunteer and 1 Fire Department
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Chaplin. The fire department’s ambulance currently provides Intermediate level of care and is pursuing a Paramedic level upgrade.
The fire department’s current equipment includes 2010 Pierce XT 105 ft. aerial, 1994 Pierce Engine, 1986 Pierce Engine, 1992 Pierce Squad, 2006 Ford E-550 Brush truck, 2002 Chevy 2500HD Brush truck, 2012 Ford E-450 McCoy Miller type III ambulance, 2007 International 4300 type I ambulance, 2002 Ford E-450 Medtec type III ambulance and 1993 Chevy 1500 Silverado Suburban utility vehicle
Water Treatment and Distribution
The City’s new 4.2 million gallon per day water treatment plant, well field, and tower came online in March of 2014. The new treatment plant uses a lime softening process to remove impurities from the water. The new well field contains four (4) wells that are approximately 300 feet deep. The wells are equipped with 1000 gallon per minute pumps. A new 1.5 million gallon elevated water storage tank and two (2) 500,000 gallon ground storage tanks are also located adjacent to the new treatment plant. The old 150,000 gallon elevated storage tank located near the electric generation plant is still being used in order to help maintain adequate water pressure on the south side of the City.
Princeton’s water treatment plant and wells are maintained by the City. The capacity and demand figures for the municipal water supply are listed in Table 4-1.
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Table 4-1 City of Princeton Water Treatment Plant Storage Capacity Treatment Capacity Average Daily Demand Excess Capacity 2.5 MGD 4.2 MGD 1.3 MGD 2.9 MGD Million Gallons (MG) Million Gallons Per Day (MGD)
The water distribution system is constructed of 70 miles of cast iron and ductile iron pipe. The water system currently serves 3,553 accounts and is in very good condition, with expansion capability in any direction. The current demand is 1.3 million gallons per day, with capacity to increase to 4.2 million gallons per day. The distribution of water throughout the City primarily follows a program of looping water mains. This looping program has proven successful in the past, with slight increases in water pressure being the most significant outcome. The City also maintains a groundwater protection ordinance to ensure quality, safe water to residents. Currently the Water Department has six full-time employees. Four of the employees have Class A State of Illinois Water Licenses.
One of the most important sources of groundwater is the bedrock valley aquifer, an ancient river system that cut large valleys into the bedrock surface and deposited substantial amounts of sand and gravel materials. Also, the advance of Pleistocene glaciation covered many of the valleys in Illinois. The alluvial as well as glacial sands and gravels within these systems are also potentially important sources of groundwater.
The Paw Paw-Princeton Bedrock Valley system is one such undeveloped groundwater reservoir system capable of yielding large quantities of water. Its proximity to a number of medium-sized communities along the Interstate 80 corridor, such as Princeton, Mendota, and Spring Valley, makes it an important future water supply for this area.
Storm Sewer System & Wastewater-Sanitary Sewer System
Princeton's sanitary sewer collection system carries waste from homes, businesses, and industries located throughout the city. Although gravity force sewers serve a majority of the City, Princeton also has 13 lift stations to pump waste to the wastewater treatment facility. The Street and Wastewater Departments maintain approximately 48 miles of sanitary sewer and 24 miles of storm sewer throughout the City.
While Princeton has capacity to handle normal flows; both the sanitary and storm sewer systems
THE CITY OF PRINCETON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 4-9 PUBLIC FACILITIES & UTILITIES are influenced by seasonal changes in water table levels, ground saturation, and melted snow. Often, in wet seasons, the sanitary sewer system receives inflows in excess of its capacity because it is forced to handle rising water table levels as well as sump pump flows and other infiltration. This infiltration overwhelms both sewer systems, causing street flooding and basement back- ups.
A system-wide study is being completed to identify areas that need attention and a process for alleviating the overflow issues. The City has also recently completed several storm water management projects that will help to alleviate backups. The lift station 9 and 11 relief project was completed in 2010 and provides additional capacity for the Greencroft/Park Ave. West area. The 4,000,000 gallon southeast overflow facility will store excess storm water/sewage during heavy rain events until it can be treated. New catch basins have been installed near Dover Rd. and Euclid to reduce surface flooding during heavy rains. The City will continue to increase the capacity of lift stations and improve its SCADA monitoring system to be able to better handle and monitor heavy storm events.
Princeton's wastewater treatment plant is located along Big Bureau Creek at the west end of Clark Street. The wastewater treatment facility presently operates on the following capacity and demand figures:
Table 4-2 City of Princeton Waste Water Treatment Facilities Treatment Design Flow Present Load Excess Capacity Overflow Lagoon Capacity 2.15 MGD 1.2 MGD .95 MGD 6.33 MG Million Gallons Per Day (MGD) Million Gallons (MG)
The latest upgrade to the wastewater plant took place in 2011. A cannibal system was installed to reduce the sludge inventory by 85%. Along with this project, new headwork screens were installed, variable frequency drives (VFD), automation of equipment, and numerous probes to help monitor different components of the sludge. The plant has not been seeing the results that were presented to them, and have begun to look at other sludge handling pieces of equipment to replace the cannibal system.
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In 2013 the wastewater plant completed a major upgrade to the lift station that is located on the corner of Park Ave East and 6th Street. This station was replaced with above ground Smith & Loveless suction lift pumps. Also included at this location was a vertical Huber screen to help remove the excessive trash from the wastewater stream. This project tied in with a 4 million gallon excess flow lagoon being installed south of town off of Illinois Route 26. This lagoon was put in to help alleviate the larger amounts of water the sewer system experiences during heavy rains due to inflow/infiltration on the South and East portions of town. New sewer pipe was installed on Park Ave East to replace the old pipe.
The City continues to study and monitor various sections of the sewer system to help eliminate sewer overflows/backups. Future projects currently being designed include sanitary and storm projects on South Church Street and in the northeastern area of the City.
Solid Waste & Solid Waste Management
The Street Department provides residents with garbage/recycling collection services. The department collects 6.2 tons of household waste and 4.6 tons of recyclable waste per day.
The City owned and operated Bureau County's only landfill up until its closing in September 1993. In October 1993 the City opened a waste transfer station, which is permitted by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA). The transfer station, leased and operated by Illinois Valley Waste Services, serves eleven communities (approximately a 10-mile radius) and collects an average of 60 tons of solid waste per day. The transfer station has the capability to handle the solid waste produced by anticipated future developments.
Although the City provides door to door recycling pick up, it also provides a recycling center. The Princeton Recycling Center is located at 1100 N. Euclid Avenue. The recycling center provides a comingled recycling drop-off location for residents and businesses. All recyclable items, except electronics, are accepted.
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The department also collects yard waste weekly. The waste is stockpiled at a site on the west side of the City. The City mulches and composts this waste into usable woodchips and soil, which is available to citizens free of charge.
Electric System
Electricity service is currently supplied to Princeton residents by the City. The City is a member of the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA). The City purchases power from IMEA at wholesale rates and distributes the power through the City grid.
The City can generate its own power in the event of a failure of the main outside power supply line, or a request from the IMEA that the City generate during high demand. The generators can start supplying power to the grid within 30 minutes of start-up. The City’s electric generation plant contains 8 natural gas/diesel generators with a capacity of 38 megawatts. Current peak loads are approximately 29 megawatts. See Table 4-3 for Princeton’s generator statistics:
Table 4-3 City of Princeton Diesel/Natural Gas Generator Units
Unit # Year Installed Nameplate Rating Rating (RPM) Voltage kW/kVA 1 1950 2340/3125 327 2400 2 1953 3000/3750 327 2400 3 1964 3500/4375 450 12470 4 1964 3500/4375 450 12470 5 1971 4450/5563 400 12470 6 1971 5600/7000 400 12470 7 1974 7000/8750 450 12470 8 1974 8800/11000 450 12470
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Princeton also maintains an extensive power grid to distribute electricity to residents and businesses. The grid is expanded as development occurs. Currently, 6 megawatts are available for expansion north of 1-80 to serve new growth. If more capacity is required north of I-80, a new 10 megawatt capacity circuit could be constructed. The bore under the I-80 has been completed for this project, but it will cost approximately $1 million for overhead or $3-$5 million for underground to complete the project. Princeton requires any new development to have underground power lines. Although it is easier to spot problems with above-ground power lines, underground power lines require less maintenance. Approximately 65% of Princeton’s power distribution system is through overhead lines.
The City currently uses its low electricity rates as an economic development incentive. The City offers a special incentive rate for businesses using one or more megawatts of power.
Princeton currently maintains a total of 28 miles of fiber throughout the City. A 100 mbs fiber backbone loop makes up 12 miles of the City’s fiber. Princeton is currently collaborating with a regional telecommunication company in order to provide fiber-to-the-home. Princeton may also explore cooperative efforts with the Illinois Century Network (the State's network) and IFIBER (Illinois Fiber Resources Group).
Given the competitive nature of economic development in north central Illinois, providing for a high quality and easily accessible telecommunications services will distinguish certain communities, making them more desirable places for business locations. The development and access to digital telecommunications infrastructure will be an important aspect of the City's long term economic development plan.
Cemeteries
Two cemeteries presently serve Princeton. The City owns and operates Oakland Cemetery, which is located along the south side of Park Avenue West. Oakland Cemetery consists of approximately 65 acres of land. The City owns an additional 30 acres adjacent to the site, which should be sufficient for long term growth demands. The second cemetery, Elm Lawn, is also a City-owned facility located on Knox Street. Elm Lawn Cemetery covers approximately 15 acres of land.
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Streets
The Street Department maintains approximately sixty miles of streets. Regular maintenance includes repairing potholes, plowing and salting, painting markings, repairing and installing signs, and shouldering streets without curbs. Most of the streets are bituminous paved or concrete. However, there are a few brick streets remaining: Park Avenue West, Euclid Avenue, Pleasant Street, Church Street, and East LaSalle Street. There is an existing truck route (Class 3) along Ace Road to 6th Street, and along U.S. Route 6 and Illinois Routes 26 and 29.
Major future improvement projects include complete reconstruction of Euclid Avenue (from Central Street to Elm Place), reconstruction of Gosse Boulevard (Park Avenue to Peru Street). IDOT completed resurfacing of West Peru Street in 2014 and will also widen Illinois Route 26 north of Interstate 80 in 2015.
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EXISTING LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT MAPS
The 1999-2014 Development Map (Exhibit 5-1) shows that the last 15 years of development has focused on the north end (commercial/industrial) and the west/southwest areas of the community. Residential development has generally been large infill developments between areas of existing residential. Commercial and industrial development has been focused to the industrial and Tech Parks as well as developments along Illinois Route 26.
The Existing Land Use Map (Exhibit 5-2) shows the current land uses within the existing city limits. The broadly defined land uses include: Ag/Vacant, Estate Residential (over 1 acre lots), Single Family (includes duplex), Multifamily, Downtown Commercial (historic commercial area), Restricted Business (professional/office), General Commercial, Industrial (manufacturing/production/warehousing), Institutional (government/medical/educational/ religious/fraternal), and Parks/Open Space. The map show that the City is considerably spread out, with many areas available for infill development without going outside the city limits. Most of the City’s commercial/industrial uses are north of the railroad tracks, while almost all the residential are south of the tracks.
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FRAMEWORK PLAN
Due to its importance as county seat as a mid-regional shopping area and employment center; Princeton will likely continue to have a stable population. The key to the City’s future growth are its amenities: good transportation access, low-cost utilities, quality schools, affordable housing, proximity to recreational opportunities and natural features, resulting in a high quality of life. The City will continue to promote and improve these amenities in order to attract major employers.
As the suburbs and Chicago become less affordable for recent college grads, Princeton may have the opportunity to draw some of the recent grads back to the community. Princeton also attracts residents from the congested suburbs of Chicago, who are seeking more serene surroundings that these suburban locations no longer offer. For these people, Princeton offers a quality of life and sense of community that some feel has become less and less available in the suburban areas. The Amtrak station also allows for ease of transportation back to the suburbs and Chicago.
The City should continue to market the interstate commercial area to large retailers in order to compete for sales tax dollars with other regional shopping areas. Growth of the City’s shopping district will spur job creation and residential development. The City should also encourage and support specialty stores and services in its downtowns.
Based on past development trends and slow growth, there appears to remain ample opportunities for new residential, commercial, industrial, and office park development within the City's existing limits to satisfy demand for the foreseeable future. By encouraged development inside the existing City limits and near existing infrastructure; the City will avoid excessive infrastructure expansion and be able to focus on improving its existing infrastructure.
The Framework (Exhibit 5-3) and Future Land Use Plan (Exhibit 5-4) are planning tools and statements of general land use policy used to direct development of the City of Princeton. The Framework Plan is a description of general planning principles that have been used in the creation of the Land Use Plan. The Framework Plan establishes the fundamental development goals from which more specific land use recommendations have been made.
The essential elements of the Framework Plan are based on goals and polices established from the stakeholder meetings and grouped according to the following functional categories:
Commercial Development Centers
Commercial development centers offer prime locations for commercial development within the City. Located at major intersections, and along major road corridors, these areas have the greatest potential to support the types of future commercial development that were perceived as desirable by residents and officials, offering opportunities to increase Princeton's commercial tax base.
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Commercial development centers have been identified on the Framework Plan Map.
General Development Centers
General Development Centers are primarily auto-oriented businesses located at the City’s periphery. These centers are generally buffered from residential uses; therefore the centers allow for a variety of more intensive commercial uses. General Development Centers are paired with large parking areas and freestanding signage. Development/redevelopment of these areas should be evaluated for parking area, landscaping, and signage regulations.
Main Street Development Corridor
Commercial development corridors offer opportunities for creation and maintenance of cohesive development along major city roads. As with the commercial development centers, development/redevelopment will be evaluated in order to maintain the integrity of the corridor.
Currently, the Main Street Corridor has several distinct districts to reflect the existing businesses/buildings that line Main Street: North Main Street (typical downtown historic commercial buildings), Professional Business District (historic homes converted to service businesses and office space), Central General Business District (general vehicle oriented businesses), South Main Street (typical downtown historic commercial buildings), Courthouse/Park Square ( Historic buildings with businesses/civic uses surrounding circle).
While Main Street has a variety of distinct areas of architecture and business types; the corridor should be treated as one business district. Proper attention should also be given, and importance should be placed on development standards and zoning in order to preserve the distinct character of each district. Residential rental units should be encouraged above the ground floor in all these districts in order to add additional foot traffic to the area and enhance business/building owners’ ability to cash flow their respective interest.
A number of factors contribute to the appearance of such corridors, including land use, density, open space, landscape, parking lot layouts, architecture, infrastructure, access, pedestrian and vehicular circulation. Furthermore, the use and character of signs has a considerable influence on the overall character of each corridor. As such, the City can manage the corridor character through thoughtful and coordinated sign systems.
Table 5-1 shows the building blocks of a vibrant street. The Main Street Corridor has many of these features. However, there is always room for improvement to create a bustling corridor business district.
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Table 5-1
Source: www.downtowndevelopment.com (DC Vibrant Streets Toolkit)
Industrial/Office Opportunities
The 1-80 corridor continues to be a desirable area for both industrial and office developments. Princeton's position is competitive since it has large undeveloped land parcels available. The City of Princeton has two industrial parks with available land; the Princeton Tech Park and the Princeton Logistics Park.
The Princeton Tech Park is a 67- acre park on Ace Rd. Each site at the park has direct access to all utilities and existing stormwater management facilities. The park has adopted covenants that guide the design of the park and limit the intensity of the businesses allowed at the park. Sites
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at the Tech Park range in size from 2 to 5 acres.
Princeton Logistics Park is a 125 acre development north of Interstate 80. Princeton is marketing this park to be used for anywhere from one to four manufacturing/logistics developments. The site has existing access and utilities.
In addition to these industrial parks; Princeton has annexed land near the BNSF railroad in order to allow potential development that would require a rail spur.
Residential Growth Opportunities
Residential development should be focused on areas with adequate city utilities in place. New residential developments shall be designed with limited cul-de-sacs and have streets that connect to adjacent areas of the City. Planned developments should be considered for environmentally sensitive areas.
Multi-family housing designs will focus on key locations near major roads. These developments can be integrated into new Planned Unit Developments in order to provide a mix of housing densities. The Framework Plan outlines several areas that would be conducive to mixed density Planned Unit Developments.
Focal Point/Gateway Identity
Several focal point/gateway identities are indicated along the major corridors where they define entrances to Princeton and/or the historic districts along Main Street. A range of design and appearance improvements should be undertaken at each focal point/gateway location. The design of primary gateways should be distinctive.
The following is a general description of the key elements which may be used to define each type of gateway:
Landscaping: distinctive accent plantings should be provided at each gateway location; provided within existing rights-of-way for approximately a length of one block to highlight and accent each gateway feature.
These designs and treatments should occur by the entrance of the City south of Interstate 80, along Interstate 80 (east and west of the interchange), along Illinois Route 26 as it approaches the Train Depot, along U.S. Route 34 as it enters the western City limits, along U.S. Route 6 as it enters the eastern City limits, and along U.S. Routes 6 and 34 as it enters the southern City limits.
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Open Space Corridors
The conservation and protection of principal open space corridors and the environments that they support are also a major element of the Framework Plan. The numerous streams, creeks and wetland corridors that constitute a large percentage of the open space corridors provide the City with opportunities for further expansion of the existing pedestrian and bicycle trail and pathway network. Bureau Creek and Epperson Run Creek offer recreation opportunities such as fishing and kayaking/canoeing.
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FUTURE LAND USE PLAN
The Princeton Future Land Use Plan (Exhibit 5-4) shows the future land uses for both developed and undeveloped areas of the community. The broadly defined land uses include: Ag/Vacant, Estate Residential (over 1 acre lots), Single Family/Duplex, Multifamily, Downtown Commercial (historic commercial area), Restricted Business (professional/office), Mixed Density Residential (single and multifamily development), General Commercial, Industrial (manufacturing/ production/warehousing), Institutional (government/ medical/ educational/religious/fraternal), and Parks/Open Space.
The Framework Plan guides the development of the Future Land Use Plan. There are only a few areas outside of the current City limits that are projected for development; as they are close to existing utilities. Otherwise, the Future Land Use Map directs development within the existing City limits in order not to overextend city services. The Map outlines areas of mixed residential that are prime areas for residential development of any density due to their location. Other single-family residential development is focused on infill areas near the periphery of the City. Multifamily development has been directed to redevelopment areas near Main Street. Commercial and industrial growth has been projected north of the railroad tracks.
The Future Land Use Plan will help guide future zoning changes and development. The zoning map should be updated to reflect the future land use plan and policies within this Plan.
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TRANSPORTATION NETWORK AND PLAN
Proximity to several forms of transportation is one of Princeton’s key strengths. The City of Princeton is located near several major transportation routes that run directly through the City including Interstate 80, US Routes 6 and 34, Illinois Route 26 (part of the Illinois River Road), and the BNSF/Amtrak railway. Other transportation facilities/routes near Princeton include river barge terminals, other Interstates, and airports. Exhibit 5-5 shows the City of Princeton Transportation Map.
Interstates
Princeton is located along Interstate 80 (I-80), which is a major east-west freeway that connects New York City to San Francisco. Interstate 80 is ideal for shipping freight by truck. 1-80 also offers direct access to the Quad Cities, Chicago, and Des Moines. The interstate allows exporting businesses to easily move products to large market areas.
The area also has the service of another freeway, Interstate 180 (I-180), which is located approximately five miles east of Princeton. Interstate 180 is a small interstate, which connects Illinois 29 and I-80 and travels in a north-south direction. Interstate 180 makes it easy for motorists from counties south of I-80 to reach Princeton.
Major Highways
Princeton is a center of the highway system, which serves the entire region. Three different highways converge in Princeton at the intersection of Main and Peru Streets. The highways are U.S. Route 6, U.S. Route 34, and Illinois Route 26.
Illinois Route 26 is part of the Illinois River Road, National Scenic Byway, of which Princeton Source: http://www.illinoisriverroad.org is a gateway community.
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Major Streets
Princeton has two major streets, Peru Street and Main Street, which move traffic in all four direc- tions. A major street is defined as a major facility with continuity movement through the City. Major intersections have traffic signals and smaller streets are controlled by stop signs.
Collector Streets
Collector streets are smaller streets designed to handle medium to low volumes of traffic at lower speeds. Collector streets help to collect and distribute traffic between major and local streets. The collector streets in Princeton include Backbone Road, Clark Street, Central Avenue, Euclid Avenue, Church Street, Fairgrounds Road, Park Avenue, and Thompson Street.
Local Streets
Local streets are the small neighborhood streets, which provide direct access to private property such as residences, industry, and commercial businesses. Local streets distribute automobiles to larger traffic facilities and are designed to handle low volumes of traffic at low speeds. Most of Princeton's streets are classified as local streets.
Street Continuity
Traditionally Princeton has been primarily characterized by a grid street pattern, but some neighborhoods have suburban-style street patterns with winding streets and cul-de-sacs. Avoiding cul-de-sacs and providing connections between neighborhoods, increases the efficiency in which city services can be provided; including snow removal, garbage pick-up, police patrol, and utility looping.
Traffic Count
The following map (Exhibit 5-6) shows the 2011 average daily traffic count for the City of Princeton. Interstate 80 has the heaviest traffic count with 18,600 vehicles east of the Illinois Route 26 exit and 17,100 vehicles west of the Illinois Route 26 exit. The next busiest road is Main St. (Illinois Route 26 and U.S. 34); which has 11,700 vehicles per day north of the railroad tracks. Peru Street (U.S. Route 6) west of Main Street has the second largest count, excluding the interstate, at 8,550 vehicles.
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Exhibit 5-6 CITY OF PRINCETON AVERAGE DAILY TRAFFIC COUNT
SOURCE: Illinois Department of Transportation 2011
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Bureau Putnam Area Rural Transit (BPART)
Bureau & Putnam Area Rural Transit (BPART) is a public transportation service, as well as an ADA transportation service for the elderly and persons with disabilities, providing for the Bureau and Putnam County area. In 2013, BPART provided service to hundreds of residents in the area with over 64,600 trips. BPART’s importance will continue to grow with the aging population of the region. Access to transportation is one key factor in allowing seniors to age in place.
Railroad A Class I Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad line runs through the north end of Princeton. The line runs from Chicago to California, and the Southwest, and is heavily used by freight traffic. Amtrak offers direct passenger service on this line to Chicago as well as national transport to the Southwestern US. Eight Amtrak trains stop at the Princeton Train Depot daily offering regional and national passenger service.
Airports The closest regional airport to Princeton, less than 20 miles to the east, is the Illinois Valley Regional Airport located in Peru. The airport has ground service for business jets, commercial and chartered flights, and private aircraft. The airport also features a 6,000 ft main runway and 4,000 ft crosswind runway to accommodate almost any business jet.
The nearest larger passenger and cargo service airports are located in Moline, which is sixty miles west of Princeton, Peoria which is sixty miles to the south. Chicago is one hundred miles northeast of Princeton and has two major airports.
River Transportation/Barges Princeton is only a short distance from the Illinois River which is used extensively by barges hauling freight. Barge freight service is offered 14 miles away in Hennepin. The Illinois River allows access to the Gulf of Mexico and the Great Lakes.
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Proposed Bicycle Trail
The proposed bike route (shown on Exhibit 5-5) is intended to connect Princeton to the Hennepin Canal Parkway and the Grand Illinois Trail. The proposed 4.07 mile route from Zearing Park, south on Euclid to County Rd 2050 East, is the most direct and least costly option to make this necessary connection. The City will work with the County and Township to coordinate this project. The project would likely use signage, a paved shoulder, and striping to designate a bike lane.
A share the road type of bike path is pictured above.
The Grand Illinois Trail Concept connects many trail systems throughout northern Illinois including the American Discovery Trail, Hennepin Canal Trail, I&M Canal Trail, Illinois Prairie Path, Jane Adams Trail, Chicago Lakefront Trail, Great River Trail, and many others. The Grand Illinois Trail concept map is shown below.
Exhibit 5-7
Source: http://janeaddamstrail.com/the-grand-illinois-trail-map
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CHAPTER 6 - POLICIES AND TASKS
This section is intended to provide planning guidance for short and long term growth of the City. The policies tend to be more generalized, while the following objectives or tasks are more specific.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Policy: Encourage long-term sustainable growth
• Direct the greatest share of development to areas of the City where investment in public infrastructure with adequate capacity has already occurred.
• Promote the use of planned development to preserve the City’s natural areas and to provide open space for future parks.
CULTURAL/HISTORIC FACILITIES
Policy: Recognize and enhance existing historic areas.
• Encourage the enhancement/rehabilitation of historic buildings throughout the community.
• Add pedestrian lighting where possible.
HOUSING & RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Form a housing stock and living environment that matches the needs of the local population, respects structures of historic value, provides viable options for new and current households, and enhances the character of the community.
• Discourage the conversion of single-family buildings into apartments by reducing the size of the R-2 and R-3 districts
• Add sidewalks, ADA ramps, curb, and gutter in areas where they are currently lacking. Continue applying for funding to construct sidewalks with IDOT’s Safe Routes to Schools Grant Program.
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• Encourage the construction of new assisted living facilities and age-restricted housing to accommodate the projected increase in elderly population.
• Encourage more people that work here to live here by enhancing the City’s amenities (nearly 75% of Princeton’s jobs are filled with workers from outside the City).
• Explore grants through the Illinois Community Development Assistance Program for rehabilitation of dwelling units in need of repair.
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Form a coordinated and sustainable system of commercial development, including both pedestrian-oriented commercial uses in the Central Business District of the City and more intensive general commercial uses north of the train depot south of the 1-80 interchange.
• Work with the Chamber of Commerce in finding additional funding for their Building Improvement Grant program. Explore increasing grant amount and expanding the program to landscaping. This will help complete larger projects and improve the attractiveness of the City’s commercial corridors.
• Consolidate the location of off-street parking, where feasible.
• Consolidate the number of driveway accesses, especially in the commercial area just south of the interstate.
• Provide gateways for the north and south business districts with distinct signage.
• Develop better ways to advertise events and increase Princeton’s visibility
• Discourage any off-site advertising, and work to reduce the existing billboards.
• Increase property maintenance on abandoned and vacant commercial buildings.
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MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Promote manufacturing and industrial development in appropriate areas of the City.
• Promote the City’s Logistics and Tech Parks.
• Recruit manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution uses to locate in appropriately zoned areas.
• Encourage discontinuance of existing residential uses in manufacturing districts and encourage the discontinuance of manufacturing uses in residential districts.
• Encourage progressive design and landscaping to minimize the visual impacts of industrial development.
• Market assembled parcels that are generally in high demand.
• Assist in promoting the IVCC Certified Production Technician Certificate program in order to help provide a skilled area workforce.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Policy: Promote the features of Princeton and the Region in order to attract employers, while also focusing on retaining the City’s current employers.
• Improve and expand infrastructure necessary to support new development and allow expansion of existing industry. Focus on redundancy for electricity and telecommunications.
• Explore expanding the TIF district and/or creating new districts with enough space to provide area for large employers.
• Form regional partnerships with other communities and counties in order to pool resources to land regional employers. Regionally market the Enterprise Zone; as it is most beneficial to large employers.
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• Work with IVCC and Princeton High School to provide adequate programs in order to supply a skilled workforce. Explore the possibility for an IVCC remote campus in Princeton.
• Develop map of available real estate and additional informational material.
• Develop branding/identity for the City
• Promote the community as family friendly: schools, parks, events, housing.
• Proactively promote City to national retailers and restaurants. Adding amenities encourages residential growth.
• The City will focus on purchasing/demolishing dilapidated properties in redevelopment areas.
• The City will work on improving the parking area and streetscape around the train depot; as it is another gateway to our community.
• Update zoning to be “pro-business” by easing use restrictions and a streamlined process while still protecting the character of Princeton.
• Focus on increased use of social media and technology to promote Princeton.
• Investigate ways to divert more traffic to Princeton from nearby highways and interstates.
• Reverse the rural decline by reversing the cycle; invest in community improvements, buy local, create demand, attract business, bring skilled population back.
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
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PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Policy: Strive to maintain and improve facilities and services to effectively meet the needs of residents and enhance the image of the City as a desirable place to live and work.
ADMINISTRATION
• Continue to collaborate, communicate, and share resources with other communities and taxing districts.
• Continue to leverage available grants for all City projects.
• Continue to make exterior and interior improvements to City Hall.
• Continue to improve accessibility throughout City facilities.
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
• Continue to explore and test energy efficiency technology and implement programs as technology is proven.
• Create a program to install smart meters in new construction and retrofit existing buildings in order to provide real time meter reading and outage notification.
• Continue to move existing overhead lines underground. Focus on repetitive maintenance in scenic areas.
• Continue to work with Ameren to improve the reliability of its feeder lines.
• Continue to collaborate with telecommunication carriers in order to improve and expand the City’s fiber network.
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FIRE AND EMS DEPARTMENT
Policy: Protect the lives and property of the population living and working within the City and contracted areas, against fire related hazards, as well as provide rescue related services and ambulance/medic services for medical emergencies in the most effective and efficient manner possible.
• Expand the Fire Department’s manpower as the City grows, based on accepted standards in proportion to resident population and nonresidential development.
• Expand the Fire Department’s facilities as needed, to accommodate the necessary increases in manpower and programs.
• Continue to support the enhancement of Fire Department’s educational programs for school children to help prevent fires and save lives and property.
• Deliver all services at a reasonable cost while maintaining a high standard of care.
• Continue employee education and training to assure the delivery of services in a professional manner.
• Maintain quality equipment, and develop a vehicle replacement program to ensure safe and reliable vehicles to respond to emergencies.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
• Update Land Development Code and Zoning Map to reflect the Comprehensive Plan and continue to review and update on a regular basis.
• Update Comprehensive Plan every 10-15 years.
• Update building codes/fees
• Update forms, streamline permit process, improve record keeping, and integrate information into the City’s website.
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• Implement building inspections in order to ensure quality construction.
• Explore implementing a rental inspection/registration program to reduce substandard and deteriorated rental units.
• Work on implementing citations for property maintenance and building violations.
• Implement GIS system and work with other departments to create shared layers.
• Compile statistical information about the City to better assist in responding to development requests.
• Contract out inspection and review services with other surrounding communities.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
• Continue to evaluate the Police Department’s manpower as the City grows, based on accepted standards in proportion to population.
• Continue to enhance the department’s effectiveness by acquiring and using up-to-date communications and support equipment.
• Continue and expand community participation and education programs, especially those oriented toward children.
STREET DEPARTMENT
• Help enhance the appearance of the City by providing streetscaping where possible including curb and gutter.
• Explore hiring additional seasonal staff to complete streetscaping, sidewalk, and road work.
• Look at strengthening the City’s storm water management ordinances.
• Explore the use of rain gardens and incentive programs to reduce storm runoff
• Enhance the City’s public parking lots with landscaping and unified signage.
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• Eliminate private streets.
• Find a dedicated revenue stream to fund street improvements.
• Explore planting parkway trees where they do not conflict with utilities
• Evaluate the need for road widening prior to major street projects to accommodate on- street parking.
WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT
• Continue to smoke test, video, map, and study the sewer system and create a priority listing of needed improvements.
• Develop a long-term capital improvement plan.
• Implement a GIS program to accurately map sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure.
WATER DEPARTMENT
• Continue the GIS program with the next step of GPS data collection of all assets.
• Establish a water main replacement program.
• Install more valves in the distribution system to reduce the size of areas affected during maintenance and water main breaks
• Install grid feeder water main connections to the small water mains in the older parts of the distribution system.
• Continue to loop water mains to eliminate dead ends and improve pressures.
• Loop the North 6th Street 12” watermain to the John Deere Road 12” water main.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
Policy: Facilitate the ongoing development of a network of parks and recreational facilities that supports residents’ and visitors’ leisure needs.
• Work closely with the Princeton Park District to expand and improve the City’s park system.
• Work on developing a neighborhood park in the northwest residential area of the community.
• Work on providing bike routes throughout the community and connections to regional routes.
• Explore a recreational use for the former landfill site.
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CHAPTER 7 - PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
The Comprehensive Plan is a statement of policy, an expression of community intentions, and aspirations. However, the plan is only a guide; it must be combined with other “tools” in order to be implemented. When combined with City ordinances and policy; the Plan can start to shape the City.
Planning in Princeton does not end with the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan. Rather, it is the beginning of a process of continuing implementation whereby the Plan serves as a guide for public and private decisions affecting the future of the community. This requires that both City officials and residents be familiar with and generally support the major themes of the Plan. It is important that the Plan be well publicized, including on the City’s website, and supported by the entire community. The Plan should not be left to sit on a shelf; it should be consulted regularly and shall be reviewed as the community’s goals change.
Plan implementation consists of a wide range of activities, some of which are pro-active while others are reactive. Both, however, are vital to implementing the plan. Pro-active activities are those in which the City initiates actions through a proposal, plan, or improvement. Reactive activities are those in which other parties approach the City with a proposal on which the City must act. Development review is an example of reactive implementation while Main Street streetscape im- provements are an example of pro-active implementation.
Plan implementation begins with the adoption of the plan by the City Council. Upon adoption, the policies and recommendations must be carried out. Because the implementation phase will require time and effort on the part of City staff, the City Council should establish the priority for all activities to be undertaken. To implement the Comprehensive Plan, the City should consider the following activities:
• Recodify the City Code to enhance accuracy and clarity.
• Update and revise the Land Development Code to reflect the City’s policies.
• Update the City’s Zoning Map to reflect the future land use plan and the City’s policies.
• Prioritize, plan, and budget for capital improvements.
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PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN This Comprehensive Plan is based on currently available information regarding community desires and development trends. Over time, most, if not all of these assumptions will change. Accordingly, changes in such variables as population and development trends should be periodically compared against the Plan's assumptions and recommendations. Based upon this periodic review, modifications to the Plan elements may be necessary to insure that the Comprehensive Plan is kept current and accurately reflects the community's 'vision' and needs. Reviews should occur on an bi- annual basis. Comprehensive updates to the Plan should happen about every 10 years to coincide with available census data. City policy updates shall be made regularly.
CITY COUNCIL The Princeton Mayor and City Council (made up of four council-members) is the final authority on ordinance formulation for the community. It adopts the budget, passes ordinances, and develops planning policy with the guidance of the City Manager. Mayor and Council involvement is essential for the planning process, as well as, implementation. The Mayor and Council take final action on changes that impact land use: text/map amendments, design review, special uses, planned developments, and preliminary/final plats. They have an essential role in determining the development direction of the City through these processes.
PLAN COMMISSION AND ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS The City of Princeton has a combined Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals made up of seven members appointed by the Mayor. All public hearings are held before this group. The Plan Commission acts in an advisory capacity in that it makes a recommendation to Council for all items that require Council final action. The Board of Appeals makes final action on variations and appeals. This group is crucial for helping to update and implement the Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code, and Zoning Map.
THE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE AND ZONING ADMINISTRATOR The Development Review Committee is made up of City Department Heads and the Zoning administrator. The purpose of this committee is to review all new development and provide insight into both the design and assess the impact of the development on the City. The Committee can use the Plan to help guide new development to meet the City’s overall goals and objectives.
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PRINCETON INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION The Princeton Industrial Development Commission (IDC) is an economic development arm of the City established by City ordinance in 1988 and has nine voting members representing business and local government. The IDC is responsible for fostering the creation of a favorable climate for new and improved job opportunities for residents of the City by encouraging the development of business, industry and commerce within the City. It assists in the planning for community industrial growth, and identifies sites suitable for industrial development. The IDC was primarily responsible for developing the Princeton Industrial Park.
PRINCETON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Princeton Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to be a strong, proactive voice for area businesses by ensuring a favorable business climate through promotion of economic development of the Princeton Area. It serves as the community's promotional arm in marketing the area, fielding retail and commercial leads, and sponsoring community events to promote and support the Princeton business community. The Chamber has a number of committees to serve the needs of the membership.
ACTION PLAN Prepare and annually update an implementation action plan program. Such a program shall identify and define each planning and community development activity to be carried out during a particular fiscal year, the individual responsibilities of the staff in each activity, and the specific involvement of the Plan Commission where appropriate. The Princeton Action Plan table provides a summary of the key implementation tasks outlined within the Comprehensive Plan. This table is designed to provide a starting point for prioritization and budgeting of actions needed to implement the community vision.
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PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
PRINCETON ACTION PLAN Classification Action Step Purpose Timeframe Responsibility Participants
Community Pursue the development of a streetscape improvement To create a sense of Near Term City Council, South Main Image plan for South Main Street. community and a strong civic Main Street Business Owners identity. Princeton Community Develop a series of entry signs for the community To announce arrival to Near Term City Council, IDOT Image Princeton and Main Street City Staff Corridor Community Provide an enhanced building façade improvement Preserve Princeton's unique Near Term City Council, Historic Society, Image program history. Main Street Chamber Princeton, Zoning Board Community Create a code enforcement/building inspection Preserve and enhance Near Term City Council, City Resident/Contr Image mechanism that encourages code compliance property values and Staff actor input community appearance Community Pursue funding for rehabilitation/demolition of Enhance the housing stock Long Term City Council, City Image buildings, including Community Development and quality of life. Staff Block Grant Funding, and HUD funds. Economic Redevelop parking/streetscape by train depot Revitalize the North Business Near Term City Council, City Business owner Development District Staff input Economic Develop branding for the community Provide an identity for the Near Term City Staff, City Business owner Development city in order to better market Council input it Economic Enhance and market incentive programs and other Provide employment Mid Term City Staff, City Development mechanisms for attracting new development opportunities and services Council for residents Public Facilities Update the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances to Establish regulatory tools Near Term City Council, Plan Chamber and Services conform to the Comprehensive Plan and current to implement the Plan and Commission, City planning practice. enhance the quality of Staff development Public Facilities Develop a sanitary sewer infiltration/inflow capital Prevent sanitary sewer Long Term City Council, Engineering and Services improvement plan backups City Staff consultants Public Facilities Explore options for utility expansions To meet expected growth Long Term City Council, City and Services needs. Staff Public Facilities Work with residents to improve sidewalks and curbs Encourage the conservation Mid term City Council, City Resident input and Services within the community – develop curb/gutter of existing neighborhoods Staff replacement and installation program and the community character. Parks and Open Preserve and enhance open space corridors To ensure adequate Long Term City Staff III. Dept. of Space protection of wildlife habitat Natural and use for recreation Resources, Local benefits and Regional Organizations Parks and Open Require the dedication of neighborhood parks and tot To ensure adequate park Long Term Plan Commission Space lots as part of every subdivision. facilities. Transportation Provide an improved system of bicycle and pedestrian To provide safe, convenient Near Term, City Council, Local trails. pedestrian movement Long Term Plan Organizations throughout the community. Commission, City Staff Transportation Require interconnections between commercial and To reduce congestion on Long Term Plan residential projects to allow pedestrian and vehicular major City roadways. Commission, City access. Staff
THE CITY OF PRINCETON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 7-4
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES
Funding is required for both pro-active and re-active implementation of the plan; especially for costly infrastructure improvements.
POTENTIAL FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES Category Program Name Agency Typical Funding Maximum Funding Potential Use Economic Business DCEO Low/zero interest $500,000 Attracting job Development Development Public generating user Infrastructure through extension/ Program improvement of infrastructure CDAP Economic DCEO 100% $750,000 Business Development retention/expansion that creates jobs for low/mod income hires Transportation and Illinois Safe Routes IDOT 80%/20% $250,000/District Improve pedestrian Infrastructure to School (SRTS) and bicycle routes Illinois IDOT 80%/20% $1,500,000 State route Transportation beatification and Enhancement improvements Program (ITEP) including bike routes Housing CDAP Housing DCEO 75% $350,000 To create a housing Rehabilitation rehabilitation program Public CDAP Public DCEO 75% $450,000 Public infrastructure Infrastructure Infrastructure improvements to benefit low / mod income neighborhoods Park acquisition Open Space Lands IDNR 50% $400,000- Acquisition or and development / Acquisition and $750,000 development Bike Path Development /redevelopment of acquisition and Program (OSLAD) parks development Bicycle Path IDNR 50% $200,000 (no max Acquire and Program for acquisition) construct bike paths/ facilities Park and IDNR 75% $2,500,000 Park and Recreation Recreational infrastructure and Facility facilities Construction Grant Program
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